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Dry Guy- the boot and glove dryer

admin — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 15:00:29 +0000

If you like putting on wet gloves and boots then you should buy the DryGuy for a normal person, because you’re weird and the DryGuy is awesome.
I love when a product works the way it’s supposed to work. I dowsed a ski boot, sock, glove and hat then slapped them all on the DryGuy. The ski boot actually dried quickly, in about an hours time as did the hat and glove. The tube sock took a bit longer because I had to reposition the lower region that had been scrunched up at the base.
The unit gently dries with your choice of warmed or un-warmed forced air.
It’s nice to just throw your wet boots or gloves on the machine and leave it be, no holding a hair dryer while it over heats and blows a circuit. No more leaving wet boots out until you’re forced to put them on still cold and wet. Another bonus of the DryGuy is that the aeration helps eliminate unpleasant odor. This is a must have item for any dedicated skier, snowboarder, or winter wonderland adventurer.

The approximate temperature of the air coming out at the nozzle is 99 F / 38 C, warm enough to dry without causing damage. The Wide-Body dries quickly, efficiently and quietly, eliminating moisture and preventing growth of bacteria and mold.

Feature:

Dry Comfort Forced Air Technology
4 extra tall air chambers
Dries 4 garments simultaneously
Heats to 99 Fahrenheit
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Ultralite Rescue Sled – just incase you want to live

admin — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 17:54:13 +0000

Seriously, most avalanche training focuses on digging a person out, but true rescue only happens when a victim has received medical attention. The crew at Brooks-Range Mountaineering knows that self-rescue is often the only rescue in remote settings, so they’ve made the Ultralite Rescue Sled small enough to easily stow in a backpack. Only 23 ounces and packed to the size of your lunch bag, the Ultralite Rescue Sled transforms a pair of skis and poles into a stable and weatherproof rescue sled. Optional assembly with the Sharktooth Shovel makes the ultimate ski rescue package.

Modern day mountaineering equipment strives to meet one purpose: success at getting in and out of the mountains safely. Increase your odds of success with the Ultralite Rescue Sled. Take it on your next expedition, stash it at your backcountry camp, or keep it in the trunk of your car; you’ll be one step closer to saving a life. Check out the various rescue sleds and innovative safety gear, tools, and tips at Brooks-Range.com.

[Get It $238]

You did it! You successfully rescued your backcountry ski partner from an avalanche! Now what…stare at each other like deer in the headlights?

Cover your bare hands with Bear Hands!

admin — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 17:00:26 +0000

[Get It $20]

I’ve always been a fan of mittens; they do a better job keeping your hands warm because they allow your fingers to huddle together like four little naked bodies trying to survive a K2 expedition gone horribly wrong.
Bear Hands has given us a new reason to like mittens and bears. These cleaver paws are 100% polyester with PVC non-slip grip and Thinsulate lining. Each pair has a Velcro sealed access point for quickly attending to things that require dexterity, such as picking up a penny or micro-reconstructive surgery.

Whether you’re a Maine black bear, nittany lion, wild cat, husky, cougar or wolverine, you can show your school spirit with bear hands. Personally, I’m partial to the more real looking Acrylic models because they’re incredibly soft.

**If you’re looking for a cute baby gift, you need to pick up the Bear Hands in cub size pink or blue.

Tubbs Mountaineers Snowshoes

admin — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 07:48:09 +0000

[Get It $259]

Built to withstand the worst case conditions. When you find yourself trekking across Hell after it’s finely frozen over, you’ll want the Tubbs Mountaineers strapped to your feet. Deep or steep, slick or stick, the ergonomically tapered tail optimizes medial clearance while the flat nose maximizes flotation allowing you to maneuver effectively in the harshest situation. Worried about those rocks? Don’t be. The ArcTec PlusT decking is puncture resistant to -40F and the new 7000 series frame is 57% stronger and 20% lighter.

The Mountaineer’s stainless steel crampon teeth won’t let you slip on those sketchy slops. On ascents the full rotation binding allows the crampons to penetrate more deeply, it also allows the tail to drop back which causes the snow to slide off as you lift your foot. Yep, a lot of thought and painstaking steps went into these, so that a lot more painless steps could come out.